Shunter/Loader Nights – Best Food Logistics

Company: Booker Group
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Location: Taunton
Job Description:

Shunter/Loader Nights – Best Food Logistics

Location: Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8QPShift Hours: 36 hours per week which may include public holidays hrs per week (3 out of 6 days)Salary: 33765 per annum, inclusive of allowances

Working as part of the transport team in achieving divisional targets you will provide a first class service ensuring vehicles are moved safely around the yard on and off loading bays, then parking them safely and preparing them for departure.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • You will be aware and adhere to all driving legislation required for driving a LGV Class 1 vehicle and follow all Health & Safety procedures and be responsible for your own and other peoples Health and Safety
  • Checking vehicle defects and any faults that cannot be repaired locally are reported via the relevant channels to be repaired.
  • Vehicles are washed inside and out as per wash rota
  • Yard and wash area is kept clean and tidy with regular checks as per cleaning schedule
  • You will comply at all times with all relevant legislation in food safety and chill chain standards and ensure that the fridge is set to the correct temperature for the job being done.
  • Ensure all vehicles are loaded correctly
  • Vehicles are dekitted and any returns are dealt with correctly. Returned pallets and trays are loaded onto trunk trailer for return to Royton.
  • Backhaul or stock returns loaded but not logged on inter depot manifests
  • Reporting any health and safety issues on vehicles and in your working environment

There will be an occasional need for offsite travel to collect vehicles from workshops as required and other ad hoc duties including supporting the trunking operation if and when required.

An LGV Class 1 licence is an essential requirement for this role, as is the need to observe company Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times.

Working Hours:

36hours per week which may include public holidays.

Potential Overtime available.

It is essential that you hold a Counterbalance Forklift/PPT licence, Class 1 Driving Licence, and full CPC training.

We look forward to you joining the BESTteam!

Posted: August 28th, 2026